The short answer
The registry records Vacations by Marriott Bonvoy (Expedia) as a possible interpretation of EI VBMARRIOTT. This descriptor-to-company association has not passed claim-level evidence review. Compare the exact line, amount and posted status with your own receipt or account activity; the name alone cannot confirm the merchant or whether you authorized the payment.
The notes below are unreviewed registry explanations, not confirmation of merchant identity, authorization or current policy. Claim-level source review is pending for this entry.
Why it shows up like this
Unreviewed registry note: The billing descriptor EI VBMARRIOTT indicates a packaged travel transaction for Vacations by Marriott Bonvoy (Expedia), jointly managed by Expedia Inc. / Marriott. While travelers often assume their booking will bill directly under a local hotel brand, vacation package reservations combine lodging with airline tickets or vehicle rentals. Expedia operates the underlying booking engine and handles merchant payment processing for these bundled packages.
Unreviewed registry note: This charge appears on your statement immediately when you reserve a bundled flight and hotel itinerary through the official Vacations by Marriott portal. Because travel packages require instant settlement with airlines and transport partners, transactions post as soon as you confirm the booking online. Related transit expenses such as airline ticketing or airport parking services follow similar upfront clearing processes across commercial reservation networks.
Common reasons for this charge
- Unreviewed registry note: You booked a bundled flight and hotel package on the Vacations by Marriott website.
- Unreviewed registry note: You paid a deposit or final installment for a Marriott vacation package.
- Unreviewed registry note: An authorized user used your card to book a family vacation through the portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Expedia (EI) show up on a Marriott charge?
Unreviewed registry note: Vacations by Marriott is powered by Expedia Group's white-label technology, so Expedia acts as the merchant of record for the bundled package.
Dispute Rights & Fraud Prevention
Unreviewed registry note: If you did not book a vacation package, your credit card information may have been compromised.
Unreviewed registry note: Contact your bank immediately to dispute the charge and prevent further unauthorized high-value travel bookings.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Marriott International / Expedia Inc.. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Sources and evidence
Sources may support different parts of this page. A company homepage does not establish a statement descriptor, refund policy or contact detail. Check the claim notes and your own receipt before acting.
- Vacations by Marriott https://www.vacationsbymarriott.com
- Expedia Group Partner Network https://www.expediagroup.com
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